Senior Manager (Operations Support)

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BDUK is a subsidiary of the Boeing Company and currently employs over 1,700 people in the UK. BDUK is responsible for delivering several exciting contracts to our UK Defence customers including E-7 AEW&C, P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, Through Life Support for the Chinook and Apache Fleets, Logistic Information Services and Training Services.

BDUK Operations is an MAA approved part 145 aircraft maintenance repair organisation delivering maintenance to the Chinook, Apache and Poseidon aircraft with additions to the approval for aircraft such as the Wedgetail shortly on the horizon.

In order for the operations function to manage this growth and lead special projects within the team such as support to international customers and new programmes through proposal and mobilisation into execution BDUK Operations are looking for a Senior Manager to join our team and lead proposals, growth and standardisation across our MRP Part 145 Organisation (AMO/MRO) across multiple sites and platforms.

Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, this role will be varied and requires regular interaction with other internal BDUK Programmes and Functions to ensure the MRO can meet the needs of all programmes. This is a full-time role based in Bristol with hybrid working options. Occasional travel to other sites may be required.

While we work in agile, dynamic and customer focused operational environment, your wellbeing is important to us and we strive to find a healthy life balance and ethical team culture with a strong emphasis on openness, inclusivity, collaboration, innovation, safety and first-time quality.

Examples of key tasks include:

Act as senior Leader to front line leaders owning the following areas:

• People growth through our apprentice programmes
• Maintenance management of international customers
• Aircraft and off wing production support

Additionally, directly lead the team and act as a key contributor supporting proposal development and solution design for aircraft maintenance services.

Also lead mobilisation activities for all new BDUK aircraft maintenance services ensuring what is handed over to the Execution teams is safe, efficient and innovative.

Preferred Qualifications and experience:

• Extensive MRO experience in a Senior Manager/manager capacity
• Experience of leading teams across multiple functions
• EASA Part 66 Licence/Aerospace Engineering degree is desirable
• An ability of flexibility to support multiple locations
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in verbal and in written form.
• Experience of project management
• Good knowledge and understanding of commercial/defence airline maintenance/modification and engineering operations.
• Detailed knowledge of industry and regulatory requirements as applicable to the operation and support of major modifications.

What Boeing offers you:

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.

Pension Plan with 10% employer contribution

Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

6x annual salary life insurance

Learning Together Programme to support your ongoing personal and career development

Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Excellent Parental Leave benefits

Work Authorisation: This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance (SC) requiring 5 years continuous residency in the UK

Relocation: This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process.

Experience Level
Manager
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

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